About BattleBots

'BattleBots' is a riveting television show showcasing the thrilling world of robotics. First released in 2016, this incredible television series primarily revolves around different teams, each designing and building armed and armored machines known as BattleBots. These BattleBots are tested in epic head-to-head combat competitions where strength, strategy, and ingenuity are recognized.

Making / Production

The current version of the series, produced by Whalerock Industries, launched on ABC before shifting to the Discovery Channel and Science Channel. The show enjoys a broad international fan base and has certainly contributed to making robotics a popular spectator sport.

Actors

• Chris Rose: As play-by-play commentator, Rose brings energy and excitement to every battle.
• Kenny Florian: Florian, a former mixed martial arts artist, is a color commentator who provides detailed technical analysis of each fight.
• Faruq Tauheed Jenkins: Jenkins, the ring announcer, presents each bot with distinctive and often comical introductions.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Robots weighing up to 120 kilograms (250 lb) are admitted into the competition making it the show with the heaviest weight class in robot combat television series.
• The series originated from a concept called Robot Wars which was created by Marc Thorpe.
• The BattleBots show was originally hosted on Comedy Central before moving to the Discovery Channel.

Awards

The Series has been recognized for its contribution to promoting interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) but has not recorded specific award wins.

Quotes

• "It's robot fighting time!" - Faruq Tauheed Jenkins.
• "Parts flying everywhere!" - Chris Rose
• "There goes a tire!" - Kenny Florian

Music, Soundtrack

• The theme song for BattleBots was created by electronic music artist, Brad Charles.
• Aside from the theme song, much of the excitement and tension in the series is driven by a high-energy electronic soundtrack.